Описание: Now in a thoroughly revised 5th Edition, An Introduction to the Policy Process provides students at all levels with an accessible, readable, and affordable introduction to the field of public policy. In keeping with prior editions, author Tom Birkland conveys the best current thinking on the policy process in a clear, conversational style. Designed to address new developments in both policy theory and policy making, the 5th Edition includes examinations of: the Brexit referendum result and its effects on the UK, EU and world politics, as well as the 2016 election of Donald Trump as President of the United States, and the ways in which these events have caused voters and policy makers to rethink their assumptions; changes to the media environment, including the decline of newspapers and television news, the growth of social media, and the emergence of ‘fake news'; new policy theory developments like the emergence of the Narrative Policy Framework (NPF) and continued and newer applications of existing theories of policy process like Advocacy Coalitions, Multiple Streams, Punctuated Equilibrium, and Institutional Analysis and Development; all-new 'What Does the Research Say?' boxes to illustrate concepts outlined in the book, demonstrate the ways in which the material is applicable to a range of policy problems, and encourage students to further study the policy process and substantive policy matters in which they are interested; and all-new and updated chapter ‘at a glance’ outlines, definitions of key terms, provocative review questions, recommended reading, visual aids and case studies, theoretical literature, and PowerPoint slides and Test Banks to make teaching from the book easier than ever. Firmly grounded in both social science and political science, An Introduction to the Policy Process provides the most up-to-date and thorough overview of the theory and practice of the policy process, ideal for upper-level undergraduate and introductory graduate courses in Public Policy, Public Administration, and Political Science programs.
Автор: Rebecca Dalli Gonzi Название: Change and Continuity Management in the Public Sector: The DALI Model for Effective Decision Making ISBN: 1789731682 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781789731682 Издательство: Emerald Рейтинг: Цена: 9675.00 р. 13821.00-30% Наличие на складе: Есть (1 шт.) Описание: In evolving crises, managing teams often have little information and fewer resources. This book proposes a model for more effective decision making early in the evolution of a crisis, before disaster response plans are activated.
Описание: How do you make government more effective and efficient? Part of the answer lies in the ability to manage money well. This study describes steps taken by the UK to professionalize financial management in Government, through specialised recruitment, career development and the creation of professional networks.
Автор: Dong Название: Public Administration Theories ISBN: 1137536438 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781137536433 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 12157.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: The book examines key public administration theories from the perspective of instrumental and value rationalities. The theories are analyzed on core value, assumption about human nature, methodology, role of government, and disciplinary positioning. The author traces the historical trajectory of each of the two camps of theories.
Автор: Khi V. Thai Название: Global Public Procurement Theories and Practices ISBN: 3319492799 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319492797 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 18167.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Over the past few decades, public procurement has had to evolve conceptually and organizationally in the face of unrelenting budget constraints, government downsizing, public demand for increased transparency in public procurement, as well as greater concerns about efficiency, fairness and equity.
Автор: Reddick Christopher G., Rodrнguez-Bolнvar Manuel Pedro, Scholl Hans Jochen Название: Blockchain and the Public Sector: Theories, Reforms, and Case Studies ISBN: 3030557456 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030557454 Издательство: Springer Цена: 19564.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Potential Chapters are below: Chapter 1. The relevance of blockchain for public sector reform.- Chapter 2. Putting blockchain technologies to work in the public sector entities. Human resources and organizational issues.- Chapter 3. New legislative requirements for using blockchain technologies in the public sector.- Chapter 4. The implementations of blockchain technologies and IoT. Chapter 5. The implementations of blockchain technologies and Big data services. A case study in public entities.- Chapter 6. Key drivers and risks using blockchain technologies in the public sector. An empirical research agenda.- Chapter 7. New taxonomies of blockchain technologies in Digital Government for providing public services.- Chapter 8. A literature review of the implementation of blockchain technologies in public sector services. Success and Failures.- Chapter 9. Main issues of blockchain technologies into Smart Cities.- Chapter 10. The improvement of public accountability through the lenses of blockchain technologies.- Chapter 11. The efficiency of public entities using blockchain technologies for providing public services.- Conclusion.
Автор: Michiel S. de Vries; Juraj Nemec; David ?pa?ek Название: Performance-Based Budgeting in the Public Sector ISBN: 3030020762 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030020767 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 19564.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book provides a comparative analysis of performance budgeting and financing implementation, and examines failures and successes across both developed and developing countries. Beginning with a review of theoretical research on performance budgeting and financing, the book synthesises the numerous studies on the subject. The book describes the situation in the US, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Netherlands and Italy, as well as in seven developing countries - Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine, Russia and South Africa, at the national, and at the local level. Each chapter provides historical and descriptive details of successful or failed experiments in performance budgeting and performance financing.
Описание: Since the end of Apartheid in 1994, South Africa has made significant progress to build more inclusive public institutions and expand service delivery, strengthen quality, and improve the lives of millions of people. Through interviews with primary sources this book shares this development experience with the world.
Автор: Bezzina Frank, Camilleri Emanuel, Marmarа Vincent Название: Public Service Reforms in a Small Island State: The Case of Malta ISBN: 303074356X ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030743567 Издательство: Springer Цена: 19564.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Part I: Public Service Reform Historical Background.- Chapter 1. Historical Background of the Maltese Public Service Administration and Management (The Beginning).- Chapter 2. Historical Background of the Maltese Public Service Administration and Management (The Turning Point).- Part II: Public Service Reform: "The Best of Times".- Chapter 3. Transparency and Accountability Public Service Reforms.- Chapter 4. Civil Service Systems and HRM Public Service Reforms.- Chapter 5. Service Delivery and Digitalisation Reforms.- Chapter 6. Organisation and Management Government Reforms.- Chapter 7. Policy Making, Coordination and Implementation Government Reforms.- Part III: Public Service Reform: The Research.- Chapter 8. Organisational Impact of Public Service Reforms: Assessing the Internal Impact.- Chapter 9. Societal Impact of Public Service Reforms.- Chapter 10. Fair Deals in the Maltese Public Service: Linking Psychological Contract Breach to Attitudinal Outcomes.- Chapter 11. Societal Impact of Public Service Reforms: Cross-Sectional Surveys and the Media.- Part IV: Public Service Reform: The Future.- Chapter 12. Public Service Reform: The Future (A New Beginning).
Описание: Now in a thoroughly revised 5th Edition, An Introduction to the Policy Process provides students at all levels with an accessible, readable, and affordable introduction to the field of public policy. In keeping with prior editions, author Tom Birkland conveys the best current thinking on the policy process in a clear, conversational style. Designed to address new developments in both policy theory and policy making, the 5th Edition includes examinations of: the Brexit referendum result and its effects on the UK, EU and world politics, as well as the 2016 election of Donald Trump as President of the United States, and the ways in which these events have caused voters and policy makers to rethink their assumptions; changes to the media environment, including the decline of newspapers and television news, the growth of social media, and the emergence of ‘fake news'; new policy theory developments like the emergence of the Narrative Policy Framework (NPF) and continued and newer applications of existing theories of policy process like Advocacy Coalitions, Multiple Streams, Punctuated Equilibrium, and Institutional Analysis and Development; all-new 'What Does the Research Say?' boxes to illustrate concepts outlined in the book, demonstrate the ways in which the material is applicable to a range of policy problems, and encourage students to further study the policy process and substantive policy matters in which they are interested; and all-new and updated chapter ‘at a glance’ outlines, definitions of key terms, provocative review questions, recommended reading, visual aids and case studies, theoretical literature, and PowerPoint slides and Test Banks to make teaching from the book easier than ever. Firmly grounded in both social science and political science, An Introduction to the Policy Process provides the most up-to-date and thorough overview of the theory and practice of the policy process, ideal for upper-level undergraduate and introductory graduate courses in Public Policy, Public Administration, and Political Science programs.
The book is recommended for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Political Science; Public Administration. Revised and updated extensively, this textbook captures the recent and relevant issues that students need to learn to grasp the dialectical interconnection between theoretical conceptualizations and prevalent socio-economic and political circumstances in the context of a transforming world. It examines all the major public policies on environment, health, education and employment, and incorporates the major changes that have taken place in a globalizing world. An essential reading for undergraduate and postgraduate students of public administration and political science, this book will also be useful for students appearing in various Indian civil service examinations and those aiming to clear the UGC-NET exam.
Key Features:
• Three new chapters added to address the changed milieu and the major issues and debates in public administration
• Traces the journey of planning in India from Planning Commission to the National Institute for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog
• Includes charts, diagrams, information boxes and tables to illustrate complex issues to the students
Автор: Thai Khi V. Название: Global Public Procurement Theories and Practices ISBN: 3319841203 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783319841205 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 18167.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Over the past few decades, public procurement has had to evolve conceptually and organizationally in the face of unrelenting budget constraints, government downsizing, public demand for increased transparency in public procurement, as well as greater concerns about efficiency, fairness and equity.
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